2 h. ago Barrick Focuses on Future Growth and Sustainable Value Creation

All amounts expressed in US dollars TORONTO, March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Barrick Gold Corporation (NYSE:GOLD)(TSX:ABX) reinforced its commitment to growth, reporting significant progress of its key growth projects while achieving its production guidance and setting the stage for continued sustainable value creation, said president and chief executive Mark Bristow in the company’s annual […]

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2 h. ago Les producteurs de lait anticipent un «combat important» pour protéger la gestion de l’offre

Ils exhortent les politiciens à ne faire aucune concession dans le cadre de la renégociation de l’ACEUM.

Economics

12 h. ago Steep markups keep B.C. craft spirits off BC Liquor Store shelves, industry says

With U.S. booze pulled from the shelves of BC Liquor Stores amid the U.S. trade war, the province’s craft distillers say now is the time for the province to support local products. “Do we want to have BC Liquor Stores with empty shelves when it should be filled with shelves that are powering our own...

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12 h. ago ‘The temperature has come down’: Doug Ford says he’s optimistic after trade meeting in Washington

The outcome appeared largely to be an agreement to have officials from both countries speak again next week

Economics

13 h. ago Ontario surcharge on energy sent to U.S. still suspended after ‘productive’ meeting

Premier Doug Ford's team confirmed Thursday afternoon the short-lived energy surcharge would not be reintroduced after a sitdown with United States Commerce Sec. Howard Lutnick.

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15 h. ago Court declines to review Crown's decision not to prosecute Edmonton police officer who kicked Pacey Dumas in the head

A judge has declined to review the Alberta Crown Prosecution Service’s decision not to prosecute an Edmonton police officer who kicked an Indigenous teenager in the head, finding there is no evidence of an “abuse of process” justifying the “extremely rare” step. Last week, Court of King’s Bench Justice Michael Kraus dismissed an application from […]

Events

16 h. ago Mystery author’s book signing was dangerously close to wildfires, and fans still showed up

Los Angeles was still under assault from wildfires the week that an eagerly awaited new thriller from Robert Crais saw publication. The Big Empty was the 20th novel featuring the exploits of wisecracking L.A. private eye Elvis Cole and his formidable but introspective partner Joe Pike — but there would be no big sendoff, no […]

Events

17 h. ago Celebrate Sleep Week with the ultimate guide for better rest

With these sleep aids, calming lattes, and accessories, you’ll be drifting into a peaceful slumber in no time.

Culture

17 h. ago Loblaw clarifies made in Canada label confusion amid tariffs

No grocery store label is safe from the scrutiny of Canadian shoppers during the Canada-United States tariff war.The federal government's initial retaliatory tariffs saw a long list of grocery items impacted by the 25 per cent duty.U.S. President Donald Trump doubled tariffs on steel and aluminum products from Canada on Wednesday, so Ottawa responded with another $29.8 billion worth of tariffs on American goods ranging from stoves to roller coasters.Calls to support Canadian-made products have grown stronger than ever with nearly 25,000 people signing a petition urging "Product of Canada" labels in grocery stores.Canada's major grocers have heard the calls to highlight Canadian goods in stores. Loblaw has even started marking Canadian products with a maple leaf symbol and imported U.S. products with prices that have been affected by tariffs with a "T" symbol.However, some shoppers shared their confusion about discrepan...

Economics

18 h. ago Stocks Tumble Into Correction as Trump Policies Roil Sentiment

US stocks resumed a three-week selloff Thursday, with the S&P 500 again falling 10% from its all-time high on renewed worries that tariffs will destabilize the American economy.

Economics

18 h. ago BC Hydro bans Tesla from charger rebate program as B.C. ramps up tariff response

VANCOUVER — British Columbia is ramping up its response to the trade war with the United States, with BC Hydro banning Tesla products from its electric vehicle rebate program and the government tabling legislation to combat the tariff threats. BC Hydro says on its website that the change would cover Tesla chargers, batteries and inverters […]

Economics

18 h. ago New Cohere AI model’s performance rivals latest versions of DeepSeek, ChatGPT

TORONTO — Cohere Inc. says it has released a new enterprise generative artificial intelligence model that is “on par or better than” the latest technology underpinning ChatGPT and DeepSeek. The Toronto-based firm revealed the new product — Command A _ on Thursday, advertising it as offering maximum performance with minimal hardware costs. Command A is […]

Technology

19 h. ago Fashion brands Max & Co. and Marella set up shop in Vancouver

Vancouver-based Vestis Fashion Group Inc. is celebrating its 40th anniversary with two new boutique openings in Vancouver.

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19 h. ago 4 kids allegedly assaulted at Spruce Grove daycare, RCMP warn of more victims

Parkland RCMP received a complaint last week of an assault alleged to have occurred at Little Stars Daycare in Spruce Grove, and to date have identified four victims.

Events

19 h. ago Cerba Healthcare Bonds Fall as Owner EQT Weighs Debt Options

Bonds of Cerba Healthcare SAS tumbled this week as private equity owner EQT AB reviews options for the French laboratory firm’s debt stack.

Economics

20 h. ago Top Canadian Grocer Says Sales of US Products ‘Rapidly’ Dropping

Canada’s second-biggest supermarket company said a boycott of US goods is quickly taking hold in reaction to President Donald Trump’s tariffs and his threats of “economic force” to make the country the 51st US state.

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20 h. ago B.C. government excludes Tesla products from EV charger rebate program

However, if someone purchased or received pre-approval for their Tesla product before March 12, 2025, it can still qualify for rebates and will be processed as normal.

Politics

20 h. ago ‘QUITE EXCEPTIONAL’: Luigi Mangione lands largest donation from mystery donor

As Luigi Mangione, the man accused of fatally shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, awaits trial, his defence fund received a hefty addition earlier this week from a mystery donor. The anonymous benefactor pledged $36,500 US to the Luigi Mangione Official Defense Fund on the platform GiveSendGo, which was launched in December to cover the accused […]

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20 h. ago New York Mets star Juan Soto serves up sweet revenge to annoying heckler

In your face, Mr. Heckler! New York Mets superstar Juan Soto’s charmed life just got a bit sweeter during a spring training game earlier this week against the St. Louis Cardinals. Soto was standing in right field minding his own business, then one exuberant fan begins his taunt, screaming “Overpaid, Overrated” over and over. After […]

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20 h. ago New Cohere AI model rivals latest versions of DeepSeek, ChatGPT

Cohere's new AI model can help users work more productively on tasks like analyzing long reports or summarizing data

Technology